Sat.Aug 03, 2013 - Fri.Aug 09, 2013

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The Tweet That Broke the Non-Compete

Staffing Talk

'For the members of my generation, tweeting about a new job has become a knee-jerk reaction. Social media is a self-centered arena, and what makes a person swell with pride more than getting hired at Ideal Company X ? I only have to scroll halfway down my Facebook news feed before I come across a random job-related update from someone who’s clearly in the honeymoon stage, gushing about why she loves her job (reasons include fresh coffee and a staff candy pot), and even naming her new emplo

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Using the SnapChat Approach in your Recruiting Efforts

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Editors Note: We’d like to welcome Jessica Miller-Merrell, SPHR; Editor & Chief Blogger at Blogging4Jobs to the Jobvite Blog. Jessica will be guest blogging for us from time-to -time and we’re confident you’ll love her … Continued.

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Three Tips For Hiring Telecommuters

Staffing Talk

'Ever wanted to work in your pajamas and slippers? With new technology making it easier for employees to work remotely, more American workers are ditching business suits for lounge wear. In fact, there are currently 34 million Americans who work at home at least occasionally. The market for freelance and telecommuting talent is only getting more competitive as more companies look for great talent regardless of physical location.

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Don’t Let the Bad Apples Ruin Our Industry

Staffing Talk

'It sometimes seems as though there is no shortage of negative articles about the staffing industry. ( The Associated Press Takes on Temp Nation and “ Staffing Ruins Lives & Burdens the Economy,” Says ProPublica are two recent Staffing Talk examples that come to mind.) Much of the bad news comes from stories that rightfully expose the conditions that “day laborers” work in.

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Hiring for Culture Fit: Align Your Values, Roles and Candidates

Speaker: Dr. Craig Ellis, Head of I-O Psychology, HighMatch

Is the term “culture” just a buzzword tossed around at your organization, or have you delved into the core values and behaviors that truly define a good fit for your company? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, an I-O Psychologist, will share a proven framework to identify the essential traits that contribute to a seamless fit within your unique culture, not just in your current successful employees but also in prospective candidates.

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Are Narcissistic Millennials Making You Miserable At Work?

Staffing Talk

'“ The sense of entitlement that drips off some of the Millennials at my office is truly breathtaking to behold ,” said the woman to her friend on the treadmill next to me at the gym the other night. “ All I hear is, ‘I deserve this, and I deserve it now,’ even though they have done absolutely nothing to earn it.” Is there a narcissism crisis in America?

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A Chinese Temp’s Discontent Leads to Poisoned Dumplings

Staffing Talk

'When I learned that China recently held a high-profile trial for a food industry worker who poisoned frozen dumplings, I did a double take. In 2011, during my year of teaching in northern China, I bought lots of frozen dumplings for quick meals at home. I also bought them steamed, fried, and soup-filled, everywhere from tiny two-table food stalls to high end hotels.

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The iPhone app for Word press works great

Staffing Talk

'I am writing this post with the iPhone app for WordPress. Actually I am dictating it. And I have to say the user experience is much better than that from the browser. This is just one more piece of evidence for me that apps are beating the browser. That, coupled with the fact that people with money tend to use the iPhone, and i have to conclude that anyone that wants to compete in innovation has to be doing apps for the iPhone.

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How to Social Network With Nerds (Hint: Not Facebook or Twitter)

Staffing Talk

'A lot of recruiters are using social networks to find candidates, but with mixed results. Social networks are great as a source to build a brand, but less effective when it comes to making connections for hires. LinkedIn doesn’t count – it’s used as a job board by most recruiters; there’s little that’s social about it. Social means having a conversation about topics of mutual interest – that’s a two-way street.

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How the Socialists Destroyed the French Restaurant Industry

Staffing Talk

'Why talk about this on Staffing Talk? Because it’s about jobs. Real jobs. Lots of them. I love France and French cuisine. When my wife and I recently celebrated our 25th anniversary, I took her to France and we visited darn near every place I had friends or business contacts. From my client Air France near Nice to La Rochelle to the Belgian border we stayed with friends and enjoyed magret de canard, foie gras, and Tomme de Savoie.

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Your 2024 Annual Talent Acquisition Roadmap: Its Seasonal!

Recruiting is seasonal! Our popular Talent Acquisition Roadmap helps you master seasonal hiring like a boss. We break down key data on the ever-changing job market so you can take advantage of peak hiring times and ace recruiting even in slower seasons. Whether you need to scale up your team quickly or get creative in tighter times, this roadmap helps you understand the recruiting landscape.

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Word of the day: Chill

Staffing Talk

'Chill has replaced the now old-fashioned ‘hang out’ Where are you going young man? … Just going to chill with some friends. Chill also means to relax. While old people tend to say ‘chill out’, Younger people might say ‘take a chill pill’ or Take a chillaxative. And yes I did take my teenagers out eat this evening.

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Word of the day: jofb

Staffing Talk

'I’ve been learning a lot of newfangled words these days. Today’s entry is ‘jofb’: Just on Facebook. Since I’m not on Facebook at all I can’t really relate to it but I think it means that you have nothing else going on in your life … you’re just spending time on Facebook.

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Staffing News of the Day, August 9, 2013

Staffing Talk

'U.S.-based shipbuilder accused of forcing “barbaric conditions” on 500 Indian guest workers [US News]. Will Apple soon have no choice but to fire Tim Cook? [The Street]. These 25 companies conduct the most difficult interviews , according to jobseekers via Glassdoor [CNN Money]. It could have been straight out of The Office : in layoff email to 200 doomed employees, manager details his weekend plans [Independent].

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Staffing News of the Day, August 5, 2013

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'Obama Administration launches online tool to educate employers of all sizes on how ACA will affect them [Staffing Industry Analysts]. Four low-paying sectors (retail, restaurants, temp firms, home health care) accounted for 60% of new jobs in July [First Coast News]. Fast food protests come amid government calls to increase min. wage from $9-10.50 an hour [CBS Atlanta].

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AI & DEI: With Great Opportunities Comes Great HR Responsibility

Speaker: Jen Kirkwood - Partner, Responsible HR & AI at IBM and World Economic Forum Executive Fellow

The promise of AI for today’s organizations is real, yet in a frenzied state of experimentation, many stumble to get to a full-scale enterprise. As companies race to discover what generative AI can do, HR must lead conversations about how to balance cutting-edge innovations with integrity, trust, and diversity. Globally, organizations are at a critical intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and AI acceleration.

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Word of the day: twerk

Staffing Talk

'It would violate the terms and conditions of this blog to describe it. It’s a dance move of sorts I guess you could say that. Needless to say I can’t even come close to doing it.

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Obamacare: For My Friends, Everything. For Everyone Else, The Law

Staffing Talk

'Could President Obama have stooped this low in oppressing ordinary Americans? Could the lies and favoritism really stretch this far? Apparently so. The president has personally intervened to allow congressmen and hill staffers to retain their government paid insurance subsidies. Is there any hope left for us to not become the paragon of what Bruce Schneier calls the new feudalism ?

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The Broken Guitar Way to Better Staffing

Staffing Talk

'There is a great article in the Tennessean today about how a hard worker and a broken guitar (actually a malfunction in a transformer) led to a revolution in the use and popularity of the guitar. That got me thinking about the temp business and how much success in it works the same way. First, you have to work your butt off – interviewing, selling, working HR, running a back office – and only then can you know the market enough to differentiate, to offer your market unique, valued solut

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Using the SnapChat Approach in your Recruiting Efforts

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Editors Note: We’d like to welcome Jessica Miller-Merrell, SPHR; Editor & Chief Blogger at Blogging4Jobs to the Jobvite Blog. Jessica will be guest blogging for us from time-to -time and we’re confident you’ll love her content as much as we do. Jessica has managed Blogging4Jobs since 2007. Recently, Blogging4Jobs was named a top career site for job seekers by Forbes Magazine.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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Staffing News of the Day, August 6, 2013

Staffing Talk

'$1 billion has now been spent on work conducted via oDesk [Staffing Industry Analysts]. Black unemployment rate reaches 12.6% — the lowest since 2008 – yet still much higher than the overall population [CNN Money]. New documentary, “Real World Staffing,” shows the battle recruiters wage each day for talent in the U.S. [PR Newswire]. Percentage of new full-time jobs vs. part-time jobs: the pie chart [Market Oracle].

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Staffing News of the Day, August 8, 2013

Staffing Talk

'U.S. weekly jobless claims rise 5,000 to 330,000 [Market Watch]. Family of a seasonal firefighter who was killed while battling a wildfire are asking for benefits for which he was ineligible [USA Today]. Only 32% of CEOs at top-earning companies have a social media account [Forbes]. Cory Booker gave CNN chief’s 14-year-old son a job [Gawker]. Kelly Services reports a 0.1% increase in revenue for the 2 nd quarter – a total of $1.4 billion [Easy PR].

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Staffing News of the Day, August 7, 2013

Staffing Talk

'Paying workers well and making money: the hours, pay, and benefits of Wendy’s vs. Wal-Mart vs. Costco [CNN Money]. Bright 21-year-old job seeker kills herself after being rejected for 200 jobs [Daily Mail]. American IT worker sues Indian outsourcing company Infosys for discriminating based on race [PC World]. LinkedIn installs ‘apply’ button for mobile devices and smartphones [Recruiter]. 45% of hiring managers who are aware of online staffing are using it as a resource [Staffing Industry Anal